Cooking for the likes of The Kardashians, Hugh Jackman, the cast of Peaky Blinders, and even members of the Royal Family.

From the Mediterranean to the Maldives, his kitchen was wherever the ocean carried him, and his audience was some of the most discerning diners on earth.

But the world has a way of calling us home.

Now, Doug brings that same dedication to craft, creativity, and quiet excellence to Wendle’s Bistro - with a simpler mission:

To make beautiful food that people genuinely enjoy eating.

No theatrics. No pretence. Just honest dishes elevated with skill, passion, and a chef’s intuition honed across the globe.

When he’s not in the kitchen, Doug can be found in the garden, chatting to local producers, or perfecting “just one more sauce.”

Because here, food is more than a job.

It’s a way of life.